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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, despite its action-packed focus, has always been an incredibly emotional series.
This means that the Demon Slayer Corps.
After all, as Lady Tamayo says, only immatures cant control their emotions.
Tanjiro wouldnt even be with the Demon Slayer Corps.
right now if he didnt learn how to process his pain and channel it into strength.
Its a fun visual gag in whats otherwise a very dark and drearyDemon Slayerepisode.
Giyu no longer feels alone, but he also gains a genuine companion who helps him heal his wounds.
The unwanted attention that Tanjiro heaps on Giyu mirrors his painful memories of Sabito.
Tanjiro had his own experience with Sabito during his Hashira Final Selection trial.
His memory and purpose will live on through Giyu.
This philosophy isnt as clear to him as it is to the audience.
The latter of which also allows Giyu to triumphantly reclaim his destiny instead of shrinking into the shadows.
Water Hashira Giyu Tomiokas Pain is almost exclusively centered around Giyus suffering.
However, the episode is bookended with compelling material that teases the seasons grander storyline.
Recovery, forgiveness, and peace are a life-long process.
Some fans may miss the heightened hacking-and-slashing action thats becomeDemon Slayerstrademark.
However, those who appreciate the animes rich ability to develop realistic, conflicted characters will not be disappointed.
Episodes like Water Hashira Giyu Tomiokas Pain are necessary for the rest of the season to work.
Theres still plenty of time for heads to roll.
Rating:
3 out of 5
